Peer Recovery Specialist
101 King Street Chappaqua, NY 10514 US
Job Description
Peer Support Specialist
This nonprofit serves the Hudson Valley and empowers the community through peer-driven services, advocacy, and access to essential resources. Peer Recovery Specialists play a central role, using lived experience to support individuals and families navigating substance use recovery. The organization values diversity, lived experience, and creating opportunities for personal and professional growth in a mission-driven, supportive environment.
What’s In It for You
- Pay: $25/hour
- Location: Chappaqua, NY
- Schedule: Monday – Friday OR Tuesday – Saturday
- Benefits: Paid holidays from day one, paid lunch breaks, health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, FSA, generous PTO
Peer Support Specialist Responsibilities
- Engage with individuals and families affected by substance use
- Share personal lived experience to build trust and support recovery
- Assist clients in developing individualized recovery plans
- Provide support through in-person meetings, phone, text, and group sessions
- Teach recovery tools, wellness strategies, and coping skills
- Advocate for client needs, including housing, healthcare, transportation, and legal resources
- Facilitate or co-lead support groups
- Provide crisis support with calm and understanding
- Collaborate with partner agencies to strengthen support networks
- Maintain documentation, data tracking, and reports
Peer Support Specialist Qualifications
- Personal or family experience with substance use recovery
- Strong communication, listening, and advocacy skills
- Flexible schedule availability
- CRPA or NYCPS certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
- High school diploma required
- 2+ years of peer coaching or advocacy experience
Apply Today to make a meaningful impact supporting individuals and families on their recovery journey!
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- Healthcare Administration & Management
- Medical Billing & Coding
- Behavioral & Mental Health
- Nursing
- Allied Health Professionals
- Health Information Technology (HIT)
- Rehabilitation Services
- Laboratory & Diagnostic Services
- Emergency & Critical Care
- Public Health & Community Health
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Patient Access & Registration
- Medical Office Administration
- Hospital & Clinic Operations
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Managed Care & Insurance Operations
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